Question

1. Which sentence BEST reveals the coming-of-age moment Jordan is experiencing?


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2 points
A. “Jordan stared at the course selection form for next year.”
B. “His father had circled Engineering I in bold marker.”
C. “Jordan felt pulled in two directions.”
D. “He picked up the pen, hesitated, then checked a box.”
2. What conflicting perspectives are represented in the text?


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2 points
A. Jordan wants to take no classes, while Maya wants him to take all of them.
B. Jordan’s father values practicality, while Maya values authenticity.
C. Both Maya and Jordan’s father believe creative writing is the best option.
D. Maya believes Jordan should avoid making decisions.
3. Which detail BEST shows the father’s influence on Jordan?



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2 points
A. The circled Engineering I with a note.
B. Jordan tapping his pencil.
C. Maya’s late-night conversation.
D. Jordan sitting alone at the kitchen table.
4. What author technique is MOST important in developing the conflicting perspectives?


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2 points
A. Symbolism
B. Internal thoughts
C. Foreshadowing
D. Figurative language
5. Which statement BEST expresses a theme suggested by the passage?


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2 points
A. Growing up means ignoring advice from family.
B. Growing up requires choosing the easiest path available.
C. Growing up involves making decisions that reflect one’s own identity.
D. Growing up happens only when adults agree on expectations.

Answer 1

1. D — “He picked up the pen, hesitated, then checked a box.” (shows the decisive moment)
2. B — Jordan’s father values practicality, while Maya values authenticity.
3. A — The circled Engineering I with a note.
4. B — Internal thoughts.
5. C — Growing up involves making decisions that reflect one’s own identity.